Practical guides for Algarve pet life
Heat, ticks, processionary caterpillars, beach rules, paperwork and everything else worth knowing before it becomes a problem.
- Pet Care
- Pet Travel
- Animal Welfare
- Places & Activities
Pet Care
Finding a pet sitter you can trust
Questions worth asking before you hand over your keys.
Reviewed September 2026
Pet Travel
Moving to Portugal with a pet
Paperwork, microchips, rabies timing and settling in.
Reviewed September 2026
Animal Welfare
What to do if your pet goes missing in the Algarve
The first hours matter most — here is the practical order of actions
Reviewed August 2026
Pet Care
Caring for an older animal in a warm climate
Heat, mobility, and the small changes that make daily life easier.
Reviewed August 2026
Places & Activities
Bringing Your Dog to the Beach
How to check local rules and make a beach visit safe and enjoyable for your dog and others.
Reviewed August 2026
Pet Care
Emergency vets in the Algarve: what to do first
How to prepare before an emergency happens, and what to do in the first ten minutes.
Reviewed September 2026